In 2024, the South African market was assessed at USD 1.88 billion.
By the end of 2033, the South Africa Fintech-enabled DeFi Market size is expected to reach USD 7.98 billion, reflecting a CAGR of 16.0% throughout the forecast window.
South Africa leads sub-Saharan institutional engagement, focusing on governance and consumer protection.
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority advanced crypto asset regulatory treatment during 2024, shaping compliant conditions for DeFi-linked activity.
DataCube Research Report (Jan 2026): This analysis uses 2024 as the actual year, 2025 as the estimated year, and calculates CAGR for the 2025-2033 period.
*Research Methodology: This report is based on DataCube’s proprietary 3-stage forecasting model, combining primary research, secondary data triangulation, and expert validation.
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